I started my journey as a sub and my Domme stayed my mentor for a while after I determined that I was better suited on Top. It was helpful to have someone I could talk to while I was learning my way.
As I developed my confidence, I feel more able to offer advice to others. However, I still ask questions of other Dom/mes, especially in areas that I'm not entirely familiar. For example, the first time I used a cane, I talked to several people and even got to practice on another's sub before I ever touched my girl with it.